2008 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2000 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 215 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2000 De Tomaso Guara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 De Tomaso Guara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2000 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Spider | Guara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 301 HP |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
